Becoming invisible on the green
There are those occasions in this gentleman's sport when it's better not to be seen or heard. You really must make yourself invisible!
I realize that every match has it's fierce rivalry and the competition can never be given an upper hand when there are a few dollars at stake. But consider the simple task of tending the flag. A true and loyal golf sportsman would never deliberately distract his opponent under this circumstance, no matter how easy it may seem. So suck it up... and do it right! Tending the flag is a common golf courtesy and should be performed cheerfully and without any alterial motive.
On the lighter side however, if you really want to scare the bejesus out of your opponent there is the tried and true flag-wave prank. And it's always good for a big yuk!
This is how it's done. The chatter has gone quiet as your opponent labors over how to sink that eight foot par put. Once he settles into position to execute, quietly step up behind and swing the flagstick, baseball style, about five or six feet over the top of his putting stance.
The resulting super-flutter sound will not only break the respectful silence on the green, but has been known to cause a soil-in-the-pants reaction! Be advised. This should only be performed within well-oiled and/or super friendly foursomes as in the heat of the moment, this player may lose his composure and wrap his putter around your neck!
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